"I came, I saw, I sponsored" by Shoals Chamber of Commerce

2015 – 2016 “I Came, I Saw, I Sponsored” Shoals Chamber Sponsorship Opportunities

Shoals Chamber of Commerce 20 Hightower Place Florence, AL 35630 256.764.4661

Sponsorship Opportunities Table of Contents A. Annual Celebration……………………………………………………………………………………………..2 B. Annual Golf Classic...…………………………………………………………………………………………..4 C. Lunch Sponsorships.……………………………………………………………………………………………6 D. Networking Events……………………………………………………………………………………………..7 E. Digital Media Sponsorships……………………………………………………………………………….10 F. The Shoals Relocation/Visitor Information Packet…………………………………………….11 G. Leadership Shoals……………………………………………………………………………………………..12 H. Youth Leadership Shoals…………………………………………………………………………………..14 I. Shoals Career Days……………………………………………………………………………………………16 J. Shoals Summer Technology Institute for Educators………………………………………….17 K. NW Alabama BEST Robotics Competition…………………………………………………………19 L. “Robots in the Classroom”…………..……………………………………………………………………21 M. Public Policy, Advocacy, & Activism…………………………………………………………………..22 Contact Us………………………………………………………………………………………………………..23 1

Sponsorship Opportunities “Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.” – Helen Keller

A. Annual Celebration The Shoals Chamber Annual Celebration is the largest gathering of Shoals Chamber of Commerce investors. At this event, we recognize accomplishments and efforts of Chamber volunteers and outgoing board members, as well as welcome the new incoming chairperson and board members. The event features the Chairman’s Award and the Citizen of the Year Award. It is traditionally held on the third Thursday of every March.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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Representative will present Citizen of the Year award Priority seating for eight with signage in prime location Prominent recognition in printed program, presentation, mentions from the podium, and all pre/post publicity Table in atrium for marketing and sales Logo on invitations sent to Chamber investors and representatives

GOLD SPONSOR

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$625

Priority seating for eight with signage at event Recognition in printed program

RESERVED TABLE

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$1,050

Priority seating for eight with signage at event Recognition in program, presentation, and pre/post publicity

CORPORATE SPONSOR

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$2,000

Priority seating for eight with signage in prime location Name and logo in printed program, presentation, recognized from the podium, and pre/post publicity Table in atrium for marketing and sales Logo on invitations sent to Chamber investors and representatives

SILVER SPONSOR

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$4,000

$525

Reserved table for eight

PRINT SPONSOR

(TRADE ONLY)

Note: Sponsorship is trade for printing of program, invitations, and tickets for annual meeting   

Logo in printed program Logo on invitation sent to Chamber investors and representatives One reserved table for eight

B. Annual Golf Classic The Shoals Chamber Annual Golf Classic is a great way to network with your peers, advertise your business, and have some fun doing it! The tournament is your opportunity to treat a client or prospect to an enjoyable, relaxed atmosphere. Prizes are awarded to first, second, and third places, as well as “closest to the pin” and “longest drive.” There are also special prizes given to anyone that makes a hole-in-one. Lunch is provided following the tournament for all participants. The event is traditionally held in the fall at the Robert Trent Jones Golf Trail.

TITLE SPONSOR        

Name included in tournament name Name and logo on invitation flyer Representative may welcome participants at beginning of event Four-person team with two golf carts Signage for hole sponsorship on one tee Recognition in pre/post publicity Logo prominently displayed on event signage at clubhouse Lunch at event

GOLD SPONSOR    

$1,000

Four-person team with two golf carts Signage for hole sponsorship on one tee Logo on event signage at clubhouse Lunch at event

BEVERAGE CART SPONSOR   

$2,500

$500

Signage on beverage cart Representative may ride on cart for networking Lunch at event

4-PERSON TEAM  

HOLE SPONSOR

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$250

Name and logo signage on hole Company representative allowed to network at the hole Award given to winner of the hole in name of the sponsor

“LONGEST DRIVE” HOLE SPONSOR   

$2,500 (OR PROVIDE GIFTS)

Name and logo on gifts presented to all participants

“CLOSEST TO THE PIN” HOLE SPONSOR   

$200

Signage for hole sponsorship on one tee Company representative allowed to network at the hole

GIFT SPONSOR 

$400

Four-person team with two golf carts Lunch at event

$250

Name and logo signage on hole Company representative allowed to network at the hole Award given to winner of the hole in name of the sponsor

C. Lunch Sponsorships

Ambassador Luncheon Chamber ambassadors are a select group of 35 professionals from various investor companies that act as advocates for the Shoals Chamber of Commerce. Ambassadors assist in ribbon cuttings, networking breakfasts, business after hours, and all other Chamber events. These quarterly luncheons serve to inform the committee on upcoming events and recognize the hard work of the Ambassadors. LUNCH SPONSOR

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$350

Promoted and recognized as sponsor at event Representative attends, speaks for ten minutes, and provides promotional materials

New Member Mixer – Get the Most Out of Your Membership The New Member Mixers are opportunities for new Chamber members to network with other members and learn how to get the most from their membership. These informative sessions allow new members to meet the President of the Chamber, the staff members, and other key committee members that can help them navigate their membership opportunities. LUNCH SPONSOR

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$350

Promoted and recognized as sponsor at event Representative attends, speaks briefly, and provides promotional materials

D. Networking Events

Networking Breakfast – Good Morning, Shoals These networking events are generally held at member businesses and typically host 30-75 people. The sponsor provides refreshments (food and beverage) and are encouraged to use other chamber members for any catering needs. This event is traditionally held on the first Tuesday of every month from 7:30 a.m. until 9:00 a.m. (Other dates can be arranged if needed.) EVENT SPONSOR

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$500 (IF REQUESTED, SPONSOR COSTS CAN BE SPLIT BETWEEN TWO MEMBERS)

Opportunity to showcase facilities, operations, employees, and/or products and services Name and logo listed in e-newsletter and website (pre/post electronic promotions) Facebook post and e-newsletter highlight featuring event photos Opportunity to speak and provide promotional items/marketing material to attendees

Networking at Noon This networking event is a newly-reinstated program to be held at member businesses. The sponsor provides refreshments (food and beverage) and are encouraged to use other chamber members for any catering needs. This event will be piloted on the last Friday of every month from 12:00 p.m. until 1:00 p.m. (Other dates can be arranged if needed.)

EVENT SPONSOR

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$350 (IF REQUESTED, SPONSOR COSTS MAY BE SPLIT BETWEEN TWO MEMBERS)

Business After Hours These networking events are held at member businesses and typically host 50-80 people. The sponsor provides refreshments (food and beverage) and are encouraged to use other chamber members for any catering needs. This event is traditionally held on the third Thursday of every month from 5:30 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. (Other dates can be arranged if needed.) EVENT SPONSOR

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$500 (IF REQUESTED, SPONSOR COSTS MAY BE SPLIT BETWEEN TWO MEMBERS)

Shoals Chamber Holiday Open House This annual event commemorates the holiday season and rings in the New Year with tastes from local Chamber-member restaurants, festive musical entertainment, and holiday décor. Hosted at the Shoals Chamber of Commerce, attendance for this event is typically 250 or more and includes Chamber members, board chairs, and local elected officials.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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Logo on mailed/e-mailed invitation to all Chamber members Opportunity to set up display booth at event Recognized in pre/post publicity, event signage, and media release

GOLD SPONSOR

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$300

Recognized at event with signage and in e-newsletter

FOOD SPONSOR

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$400

Recognition on mailed/e-mailed invitation to all Chamber members Recognized in pre/post publicity, event signage, and media release

SILVER SPONSOR

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$625

$200 OR TRADE

Sponsorship placard listing the dish you provide Recognized on event signage and e-newsletter

E. Digital Media Sponsorships The Shoals Chamber boasts an increasingly wide following on its digital media platforms. Our weekly e-newsletter has an average open rate of well over 10 percent of the industry average. Our website includes fresh content relevant to Shoals-area businesses, a membership directory, an events calendar, and many other features updated on a regular basis.

CHAMBER E-NEWSLETTER BANNER (MONTHLY)

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SHOALSCHAMBER.COM HOMEPAGE BANNER (QUARTERLY) 

$400

Company banner placed on the homepage for a duration of three months Note: Banner to be provided by sponsor and may include contact information, sales information, linkage, etc.)

SHOALSCHAMBER.COM SUB-LEVEL PAGE BANNER (QUARTERLY)

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$400

Premium banner placement at the top of weekly e-newsletter for four installments (currently sent to approximately 1,600 local recipients) Note: Banner to be provided by sponsor and may include contact information, sales information, linkage, etc.)

$200

Company banner placed on a single sub-level page within the website for the duration of three months Note: Banner to be provided by sponsor and may include contact information, sales information, linkage, etc.) Note: Shoals Chamber reserves the right to resize or alter banners as needed for placement.

F. The Shoals Relocation/Visitor Information Packet The Shoals information packets are provided to realtors, companies, visitors, and employees transferred to the Shoals. Some are also used in recruiting and marketing efforts related to BRAC (Base Realignment and Closure). Our information packets are requested several times a week by various entities looking for information about the Shoals area. This is your opportunity to be the only business showcased in your industry!

ANNUAL BACK ENVELOPE SPONSOR

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ANNUAL FRONT ENVELOPE SPONSOR

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$2,500

Name, logo, and message on outside front of envelope (ad size 3.5” x 4.25”) Additional insert for one year Note: Subject to Shoals Chamber approval

12 MONTHLY INSERT FLYERS  

$3,500

Name, logo, and message on outside back of envelope for all packets (may cover entire back of envelope) Additional insert for packet Note: Subject to Shoals Chamber approval

$400

One standard insert (8.5” x 11”) per month Exclusively one insert per industry (e.g., one realtor per packet, one insurance company per packet, etc.) Note: Sponsor furnishes flyers and are subject to Shoals Chamber approval

G.Leadership Shoals This leadership development program is an opportunity to better understand and appreciate the Shoals community. The program has been in existence for more than 25 years. Since its inception, Leadership Shoals has seen more than 500 business and community leaders go through this program. Leadership Shoals offers numerous opportunities to broaden perspectives and gain an increased understanding of community dynamics and public issues. General class sizes are 25-30 individuals and spans nine sessions, from August to May. Following the program, a graduation ceremony is held for all participants that have met requirements.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

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ORIENTATION & RECEPTION SPONSOR

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$500